Case Studies

See how other homeowners have tackled second home ownership through real experiences. These stories cover financing, location choices, letting strategies and managing properties across different countries.

Dividing Your Time Between Homes: A Case Study

A retired couple shares how they managed spending three months yearly in their French home while keeping an eye on their UK property.

Financing a Second Home: A Case Study

See how one couple navigated buying a second home in Austria, from researching the area to getting financing sorted.

Finding the Right Area for a Second Home: A Case Study

See how one couple found their ideal second home location in Spain after realising the hidden costs of popular tourist areas.

I Earned Money from My Second Home: A Case Study

How one couple turned their empty French home into a profitable holiday rental business.

I Released Money from My UK Home to Buy Abroad: A Case Study

Angela and Chris released equity from their Edinburgh home to fund a £40,000 deposit on a Cornish cottage, here's how they did it.

Our House Swap Experience: A Case Study

How a London couple saved money on holiday by swapping their flat with a home in America for a month.

Refurbishing a Property Abroad: A Case Study

See how Paul and Angie tackled buying and renovating a rundown French property, from choosing the location to finding local help.

We Let Out Our Holiday Home: A Case Study

The Holts rented out their Austrian holiday home to cover costs and fund retirement, here's how they made it work.

We Released Equity from Our Spanish Home: A Case Study

How one couple used their Spanish home's equity to pay off UK credit card debt through new legislation.